How do I get rid of old and musty odors inside the house?
I bought a house that was built in 1988 last year. It's a split-level home that has a basement-like level. The basement exterior has been water-proofed to prevent the water from getting in.
All carpets were replaced, hardwood-floor was installed in most area, and the house was repainted inside out, but I still smell the old-musty odor in the bedroom, the living room and some other rooms. There were no signs of mold or mildew anywhere around the house.
How do i get rid of this musty-smelly odors and replace it with a new-and-fresh odor?
I prefer to use natural-home-made ingredients if possible.
Could anyone advise?
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Tawsha and Patti @organizedCHAOS on Jun 21, 2013I found this online - hopefully one of these tricks will help? http://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Musty-OdorsHelpful Reply
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BJ on Jun 21, 2013Hey.. thanks! That's a good piece of information .. will try it!Helpful Reply
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Sooz on Jun 23, 2013I deal in antique clothes and have found if Febreeze doesn't get rid of musty smells most likely nothing else will. I try everything else first, charcoal, washing, leaving in the sun etc. but if its really stubborn use Febreeze for fabric.Helpful Reply
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